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Math Required
Writing Analysis
About this major
The English major focuses on the study of literature, language, and writing. Students learn to analyze texts, understand historical and cultural contexts, and develop strong critical thinking, communication, and writing skills.
HumanitiesCreativeWritingLiteratureCommunication
Student Experience
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100%
Recommendation
50%
Plan grad school
Academic Balance
Math intensity
Writing intensity
WorkloadHard
DifficultyHard
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“Professors are clearly genius, and it's amazing having currently-researching professors teaching on the subject they're researching! Evidently investing time and energy. Classmates are dedicated and inventive. Classes are insured and interesting, nothing like HS or CC. Love it! Widely transferable.”
10/2/2025
“i am an english major because i am passionate about creative writing and reading. my favorite aspect of the major is writing and my least favorite is probably writing literary essays. my professors are great and just as passionate however i wish there was more career opportunities.”
9/26/2025